Oreo Cookie Cheesecake Factory Recipe

Dream Extreme Oreo Cheesecake is a rich and fudgy cake, with a chocolate layer, Oreo Cheesecake, and Oreo Mousse, topped with a layer of chocolate ganache. This is a copycat version of the famous Cheesecake Factory Dream Extreme Oreo Cheesecake. It is our most beloved cake, and you should definitely give this one a try. It is worth every calorie and crumb!

Cheesecakes are our passion. Over the course of many years, we have delivered many amazing and delicious homemade cheesecakes. Some of our most popular ones are Original Cheesecake, Pecan Pie Cheesecake, and Instant Pot Oreo Cheesecake.

Dream Extreme Oreo Cheesecake was first discovered by my husband a few years back when he dined at Cheesecake Factory restaurant. He was so impressed and amazed by the taste and richness of the cake, that we have been making this cake ever since. Indeed, this is a fantastic and complex cheesecake, that consists of five layers. Making it at home is a true adventure, but you will love every single step of it. Trust me, it is well worth it!

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The first layer is a fudge cake followed by chocolate frosting. Then, it is layered with an Oreo cheesecake, and followed by an Oreo mousse. Finally, it is then topped with a chocolate ganache, that is complimenting the cake nicely.

After exploring and searching for the best cheesecake in our arsenal, we came to the conclusion that this Dream Extreme Oreo Cheesecake is our family’s favorite. The cake looks stunning, it is filled with Oreos, and rich in chocolate flavors. It is the ultimate and most perfect dessert!

We love using a regular 10-inch diameter cake pan. You can use the 8-inch diameter cake pan as well. However, we love to use a bit larger pan as the cake is a bit bigger, which is perfect for a larger family. It also looks more festive when it is bigger.This Cheesecake Factory copycat recipe couldn’t be more identical to the real thing. It has a chocolate cake on the bottom, layered with a whipped chocolate ganache frosting, Oreo cheesecake (with full Oreos inside), Oreo cookies & cream mousse, and finished with a final layer of ganache frosting. This is THE dream Oreo cheesecake. 

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This cheesecake has several elements that can make it seem overwhelming. While it is a big job to make, I promise it’s not HARD – it’s just more steps than your typical dessert. Stick with all the step by step instructions, and you will be well on your way to making the perfect Cheesecake Factory copycat cheesecake. 

Let’s go over the big picture. There are 6 layered parts to this cheesecake. Thankfully, Cheesecake Factory shares all of those parts in this handy little picture. Through a lot of experiments and taste testing the original of course, I felt like we were able to mimic each layer identically to create a perfect copycat. Each step can easily be spread out into a couple of days. You can even freeze a few of the elements in advance if you really want to spread it out. The cake, frosting, and Oreo cheesecake layer all freeze well. 

It doesn’t really matter what order you complete the elements. I always do the mousse and whipped ganache last so it’s fresh and easy to spread, but feel free to prepare them in an order that makes sense to your schedule. Some elements are longer and some are shorter, so knowing you can prep them out of order hopefully helps spread it out to make it seem less daunting. I promise it is WORTH IT!

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Room temperature ingredients: Cheesecake batter mixes up SO much better when all of the ingredients are added at room temperature. If you’ve forgotten to set it out on the counter beforehand and are in a rush, I like to put my eggs in a bowl of warm water and put my cream cheese in the microwave for just enough time to soften. 

Spread out the steps: There are so many elements to this cheesecake, but all of them can be prepped in advance. I always recommend using that in your favor to make it less overwhelming. 

Not over mixing: Once you’ve added the eggs to the cheesecake mixture, the key is to NOT over mix to prevent any air bubbles from getting into the cheesecake

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Water bath: A water bath isn’t necessary, but it will almost guarantee that you won’t get any cracks in your cheesecake. This cheesecake definitely doesn’t have to have one because the cheesecake will be covered anyway, but it’s a great time to practice your cheesecake skills if you have the right materials! I love the way it provides an even bake as well. 

 A large roasting pan makes a great water bath. You wrap the bottom of the cheesecake in a thick layer of aluminum foil, stick it in the roasting pan, and have the water line come about 1/3 – 1/2 way up the pan. Allows for a nice slow, even bake that prevents cheesecake from cracking. 

Long cooling time: Another factor that can help prevent a cheesecake from cracking is avoiding any sudden changes in temperature. When the cheesecake is done baking, typically around 55 minutes, I turn off the oven just slightly crack the oven door. Then I can transfer it to the fridge after an hour or longer. 

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This Cheesecake Factory copycat recipe couldn't be more identical to the real thing. It has a chocolate cake on the bottom, layered with a whipped chocolate ganache frosting, Oreo cheesecake (with full Oreos inside), Oreo cookies & cream mousse, and finished with a final layer of ganache frosting. This is THE dream Oreo cheesecake. 

SPREAD OUT THE STEPS: Spread out the steps to make it seem less daunting. All of the elements can easily be made in advance. The chocolate cake, frosting, and cheesecake can even be frozen if you really want to spread it out. I would not freeze the mousse layer. 

WHIP IT STABILIZER?: I love using this whip it stabilizer in my whipped cream and mousses. it helps keep things set very well and is easy to use, no blooming or anything necessary unlike powdered gelatin. I originally created this recipe with powdered gelatin but since then have come to love this stabilizer much better and hope its an easier alternative for you too. If you can't get it in time, you can still use powdered gelatin as an equal replacement. **

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Powdered gelatin can be found at most grocery stores near the jello. You just need to bloom the gelatin first by putting 1/2 cup milk in a small bowl and pour the powdered gelatin over the top. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the powder to absorb the milk. This is called blooming. Once it's bloomed, put it in the microwave for about 15 seconds to melt the gelatin. **ADD AFTER you whipped cream mixture instead of mixing it with it. 

Alternatively you can add no stabilizer at all - It won't be as stable and mousse like, but I've found will still hold up okay.